tax code. the united states has the highest corporate tax rate in the world. simply filing our tax code and closing loopholes for everyone will help create an environment that encourages job growth and increases wages. the ryan budget is based on such reforms. these reforms can help get americans back to work. mr. stivers: i yield back the balance of my time. thank you, mr. speaker. the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from california seek recognition? >> unanimous consent to address the house for one minute. revise and extend my remarks. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman from california is recognized for one minute. mr. kosta: thank you -- mr. costa: thank you, mr. speaker. on monday in boston we were reminded how vulnerable we all are as americans and how important it is that we stay together. today i rise to recognize the merced community violence intervention and prevention task force. this hardworking organization in the a joaquin valley i re